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Certification of Enrollment for GI Bill
If you are a veteran or dependent of a veteran and would like us to certify your GI Bill, e-mail the Financial Aid Office at finaid@plattsburgh.edu with the following information:
- What term would you like us to certify your GI Bill (Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer)?
- How many hours do you expect to register for in this term?
- What Chapter of the GI Bill do you have (30, 33, 35, 1606 or REAP)?
- For students with Chapter 35, please specify the veteran's VA File number.
- If this is your first semester of certification at Plattsburgh, please forward a copy of your DD214 and certificate of eligibility to the Financial Aid Office. Also, if you have been receiving the GI Bill at another college, you must submit a Change Program/Place of Training at www.gibill.va.gov.
It is your responsibility to request certification each semester. For more information, visit www.gibill.va.gov or call the regional office at 1-888-442-4551.
Chapter 30 (Veterans GI Bill)
Educational assistance program available to fully honorably discharged veterans who meet the eligibility criteria. Visit www.gibill.va.gov for more information.
Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill)
The Post 9/11 GI Bill provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service on or after September 11, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Visit www.gibill.va.gov for more information.
Chapter 35 (Dependents Educational Assistance)
The spouse, child, stepchild or adopted child of a veteran who is deceased (service-connected) or who is 100% disabled (service-connected) may qualify for Chapter 35 benefits. Visit www.gibill.va.gov for more information.
Chapter 1606 or REAP (Reserves/National Guard)
This program may be available if you are a member of a selected reserve. Visit www.gibill.va.gov for more information.
Contact Information
For more information about Financial Aid at SUNY Plattsburgh, please contact:
Financial Aid Office
Phone: (518) 564-2072
Toll-Free Phone: (877) 768-5976
Fax: (518)564-4079
E-mail: finaid@plattsburgh.edu
Our mailing address:
Financial Aid OfficeSUNY Plattsburgh
101 Broad Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901-12681